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Portneuf-sur-Mer, QC

Quebec

Portneuf-sur-Mer is a small town in Quebec with a population of 612. Residents earn $53,600 per year, which is 29% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
612 Population 9/sq mi density
$53,600 Median Income $38,800 per capita
$80,000 Home Value
$556 Median Rent 9.7% income on rent
37°F Avg Temperature 261 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.1 / 5.0
$53,600 median income, 11.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$80,000 home value, $556/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
3.9% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $53,600
29% lower than US avg
Home Value $80,000
72% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 3.9%
89% lower than US avg
Median Rent $556
52% lower than US avg
Unemployment 11.1%
208% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 21.2%
71% higher than US avg

How Portneuf-sur-Mer Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population612
Median Age61.6 yrs
Density9/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

C
Median Income$53,600
Per Capita$38,800
Unemployment11.1%
Poverty21.2%
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$80,000
Rent$556
Ownership88.5%
Housing Units305
Rent Burden9.7%

Crime

C+
Property3,500/100K
Burglary484/100K

Climate

Avg Temp37°F (3°C)
Rain41.2 in/yr
Sunny Days261/yr
Elevation43 ft (13 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+3.9%
High School+22.1%
Graduate+1.9%

Community

Commute22 min

Is Portneuf-sur-Mer a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Portneuf-sur-Mer receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Portneuf-sur-Mer has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Portneuf-sur-Mer is $53,600, 29% below the national average of $75,149. At 11.1%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 21.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Portneuf-sur-Mer is $80,000, 72% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $556 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000, 79% above the national average.

Education

3.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 22.1% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Portneuf-sur-Mer has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F. Winters average 7°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. With 261 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 41.2 inches, including 18.4 inches of snow.

Portneuf-sur-Mer has a population of 612 with a density of 9 people per square mile, spread across 70.2 square miles. The median age is 61.6 years, 58% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 52.5% female and 47.5% male. The city is predominantly White (99.1%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 0% of residents, while 100% speak Spanish.

Population

612
Total Population
9
People / sq mi
61.6yrs
Median Age
58% above US avg
70.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.5%
Female 52.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Portneuf-sur-Mer vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 0.0%
100% below US avg
Spanish 100.0%
646% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Portneuf-sur-Mer vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Portneuf-sur-Mer is $53,600, which is 29% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $38,800. The average weekly wage is $746, 48% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 11.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 21.2% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 19 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 14.3% of workers work from home.

Income: Portneuf-sur-Mer vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$53,600
29% below US avg
Per Capita Income$38,800
Avg Weekly Wage$746

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment11.1%
208% above US avg
Poverty Rate21.2%
71% above US avg
Establishments (County)19

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.1 min
Drive Alone80.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home14.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Portneuf-sur-Mer is $80,000, 72% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $556 (52% below the national average of $1,163). 88.5% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 305 total housing units in the city. 9.7% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.5x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$80,000
72% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$556
52% below US avg
Rent Burden9.7%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership88.5%
Owner-Occupied88.5%
Renter-Occupied11.5%
Housing Units305

Property Tax

Property crime stands at 3,500 per 100,000, 79% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 2,503, burglary at 484, vehicle theft at 505 per 100,000 residents. Overall, Portneuf-sur-Mer receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Portneuf-sur-Mer vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Total Property3,500.0/100K
79% above US avg
Burglary483.9/100K
Theft2,503.4/100K
Vehicle Theft504.8/100K

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
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Portneuf-sur-Mer has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winters average 7°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. The area gets 261 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 41.2 inches. The area receives 18.4 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 43 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

7°F Jan (-14°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average36.7°F
32% below US avg
January Average7°F (-14°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days261 days/yr

Geography

Elevation43 ft (13 m)
Area70.2 sq mi (181.9 km²)
Population Density9/sq mi
Coordinates48.6273°N, 69.0968°W
TimezoneAmerica/Montreal

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 41.2"
8% above US avg
Snowfall 18.4"
Wettest Month (May) 4.09"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.48"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

55 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.9. Most recent: M2.6 on Jul 25, 2025.

Mar 6, 2005 15 km SE of Saint-Siméon, Canada M4.9 108 km
Oct 28, 1997 18 km E of La Malbaie, Canada M4.8 122 km
Dec 12, 2012 14 km WSW of Saint-Siméon, Canada M4.4 117 km
Jul 11, 2013 13 km WSW of Saint-Siméon, Canada M4.4 115 km
Nov 27, 2012 Gaspe Peninsula, Quebec, Canada M4.2 130 km
Jun 13, 2003 6 km NE of La Malbaie, Canada M4.1 127 km
Sep 25, 1994 10 km SW of Saint-Siméon, Canada M4.1 115 km
Feb 24, 2012 6 km SW of La Malbaie, Canada M4.0 140 km
Jun 16, 2011 11 km ENE of Sacré-Coeur, Canada M3.8 57 km
Jun 15, 2000 16 km N of Saint-Pascal, Canada M3.7 119 km
May 26, 2014 29 km SSE of Baie-Comeau, Canada M3.7 88 km
Dec 8, 1991 17 km SSE of Saint-Siméon, Canada M3.6 116 km
Dec 1, 1993 15 km SSE of La Malbaie, Canada M3.5 142 km
Apr 20, 1995 31 km ESE of Baie-Comeau, Canada M3.3 116 km
Oct 6, 2017 24 km SE of Baie-Comeau, Canada M3.3 99 km
Jan 10, 2022 14 km N of Saint-Pascal, Canada M3.2 121 km
Mar 10, 2010 5 km NE of La Malbaie, Canada M3.1 129 km
May 5, 2010 9 km SSE of La Malbaie, Canada M3.1 138 km
Aug 2, 2014 7 km SSW of La Malbaie, Canada M3.0 141 km
Jan 13, 2022 26 km SSE of Baie-Comeau, Canada M3.0 85 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 7°F (-14°C) 3.0 in Coldest
February 11°F (-12°C) 2.5 in Driest
March 22°F (-6°C) 2.6 in
April 34°F (1°C) 3.8 in
May 47°F (8°C) 4.1 in Wettest
June 57°F (14°C) 3.8 in
July 63°F (17°C) 4.1 in Warmest
August 61°F (16°C) 3.6 in
September 52°F (11°C) 3.6 in
October 42°F (6°C) 3.6 in
November 30°F (-1°C) 3.4 in
December 15°F (-9°C) 3.1 in

Portneuf-sur-Mer has a seasonal temperature swing of 55°F / from 7°F in January to 63°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 41.2 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.1") and February the driest (2.5").

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3.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 89% below the national average of 33.7%. 22.1% have completed high school. 1.9% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 80% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+3.9%
89% below US avg
High School+22.1%
Graduate Degree+1.9%
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density9/sq mi
Total Area70.2 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.1 min
Drive Alone80.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home14.3%

Radio Stations near Portneuf-sur-Mer

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CHME-FM 94.9 Les Escoumins, QC radio communautaire MP3 128 kbps

Gas Stations in Portneuf-sur-Mer

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Esso

Airports Near Portneuf-sur-Mer

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Forestville AirportYFEMedium Airport
Rimouski AirportYXKMedium Airport
Baie-Comeau (Manic 1) Airport—Small Airport
Grandes-Bergeronnes Airport—Small Airport
Les Escoumins Airport—Small Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Portneuf-sur-Mer

What is the population of Portneuf-sur-Mer?

Portneuf-sur-Mer has a population of 612 residents and is located in Quebec. The population density is 9 people per square mile, spread across 70.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 61.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 52.5% female and 47.5% male.

Is Portneuf-sur-Mer expensive to live in?

The median household income is $53,600, 29% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $80,000 (72% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $556 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Portneuf-sur-Mer safe?

Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Portneuf-sur-Mer receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Portneuf-sur-Mer?

Portneuf-sur-Mer has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winter temperatures average 7°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 261 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 41.2 inches, with 18.4 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Portneuf-sur-Mer?

The job market in Portneuf-sur-Mer faces challenges, with unemployment at 11.1% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $746. There are 19 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 22 minutes, and 14.3% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Portneuf-sur-Mer?

The median home value in Portneuf-sur-Mer is $80,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $556. The homeownership rate is 88.5%.

How are the schools in Portneuf-sur-Mer?

3.9% of adults in Portneuf-sur-Mer hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 22.1% have completed high school. 1.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Portneuf-sur-Mer?

The average commute in Portneuf-sur-Mer is 22 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 80% of workers drive alone to work, and 14.3% work from home.

What are the demographics of Portneuf-sur-Mer?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Portneuf-sur-Mer is 99.1% White. 0% of residents speak only English at home, while 100% speak Spanish.

Nearby Cities

Forestville, QC 2,892 pop · 7.7 mi Les Escoumins, QC 1,794 pop · 23.8 mi Saint-Fabien, QC 1,834 pop · 25.2 mi Le Bic, QC 1,115 pop · 25.4 mi Rimouski, QC 48,935 pop · 29.0 mi Saint-Simon, QC 1,386 pop · 29.4 mi Betsiamites, QC 2,428 pop · 29.9 mi Pessamit, QC 2,428 pop · 30.0 mi Saint-Anaclet-de-Lessard, QC 3,019 pop · 32.5 mi Luceville, QC 1,112 pop · 32.5 mi Sainte-Luce, QC 2,845 pop · 35.0 mi Trois Pistoles, QC 3,115 pop · 35.4 mi Notre-Dame-des-Neiges, QC 1,194 pop · 37.0 mi Saint-Narcisse-de-Rimouski, QC 1,084 pop · 38.3 mi
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